Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
Quinoa salad seems to be everywhere this season. Recent issues of Bon Appétit and Food & Wine both feature quinoa salad recipes, and even our local magazine, The Washingtonian, can’t … Continue reading
Lemon Whipped Cream Frosting
The perfect quick and airy topping for your summer desserts
Cool as a Cucumber (Dip)
Let’s face it, the most amazing foods in life are the ones intended for dipping…. Need we run through the list? Apple slices dipped in caramel French fries dipped in … Continue reading
My Herb(an) Garden
Today started liked most Sundays do – Shortly after I woke up, I poured over magazines, cookbooks and food blogs in search of some inspiration for this week’s meals (or … Continue reading
Swiss Quiche and Fresh Heirloom Tomato Salsa
I know what you’re thinking: It does not sound like these two foods pair together. And by golly, you’re correct! These two items are not meant to be served together. … Continue reading
Balsamic Quinoa with Sautéed Spinach, Tomatoes and Garlic
OK, people – Best news ever. The pool is finally open! It’s true! Right now, the sun is shining, the temperature is pushing 80 and the reality of summer is … Continue reading
Rustic Avocado, Arugula and Fried Egg Open-Face Sandwich
With one bite of this simple open face sandwich, and I was immediately transported to an open-air kitchen in the heart of Italy. I even instinctively reached for a glass … Continue reading
Pepper Jelly Goat Cheese Gratin & Arugula Pesto Orecchiette
Spring is the season of cleansing. It’s the time of year when we trade-in heavy sweaters for cardigans, boots for espadrilles, and yes, comforting casseroles for salads. As the weather … Continue reading
Drink Your Greens
One of my favorite yoga instructors can’t end a class without telling us–at least ten times–to eat more leafy greens. I’m not sure why, but it always makes me giggle … Continue reading
Surfside Sunday: Tex-Mex Black Beans
There is nothing better than a classic Sunday brunch. But sometimes, there is something that not even an insanely rich hollandaise sauce can satisfy. Today was one of those days. … Continue reading
